#874420

#874420

Color Values

HEX

#874420

RGB

135, 68, 32

HSL

21.0, 61.7%, 32.7%

HSV

21.0, 76.3%, 52.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 49.6%, 76.3%, 47.1%

OKLCH

0.4642 0.1038 46.7

Properties

Color Psychology

Dark browns like chocolate and espresso project richness, indulgence, and masculine elegance. They carry the warmth of wood-paneled studies and aged leather, evoking comfort and established tradition. These deep tones suggest solidity, dependability, and mature sophistication.

Design Usage

Dark brown excels as a text color alternative to pure black, providing warmth and reducing visual harshness. It suits coffee roasters, chocolate brands, and heritage accessories with a tradition focus. Pair it with cream, gold, or burnt orange for a luxurious, warm-toned design system.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #874420;
color: #874420;
border-color: #874420;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 900 #78350F

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.3:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.88:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #874420?

RGB(135, 68, 32) · HSL(21.0, 61.7%, 32.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 49.6%, 76.3%, 47.1%)

Does #874420 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.3:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #874420?

Use FFFFFF text on a #874420 background; contrast on black is 2.88:1.